Verbündeter
/fɛɐ̯ˈbʏndətɐ/
The German word for 'ally' is Verbündeter.
An ally is a person, group or concept associated with another as a helper. While Verbündeter implies a formal or strategic alliance, more casual terms like Freund (friend) or Unterstützer (supporter) are used for general assistance.
Meaning: person, group, concept, etc., which is associated with another as a helper (noun)
Which one should you use?
Verbündeter is used for formal or strategic alliances. If you are referring specifically to an ally in the context of war, such as during World War II, use Alliierter or Alliierte. For official agreements, treaties or formal texts, the term Bündnispartner(in) (alliance partner) is often used.
How does it change in a sentence?
The masculine form Verbündeter changes to Verbündete when referring to a female ally.
How do you pronounce it?
/fɛɐ̯ˈbʏndətɐ/
Did you know?
- The phrase einen Bund schließen (to form an alliance) is often used metaphorically in German literature to describe a pact with a supernatural entity or a devil.
- In German, the word Bündnis (alliance) is closely related to Bund, a term used for everything from a simple federation of states to a formal shoelace tie.
- If you want to describe someone who is 'allied' with a cause or a movement, German often uses the word gesinnt, as in gleichgesinnt, meaning 'of the same mind'.
Examples in context
- Ich werde dein Verbündeter bleiben, egal was passiert.I'll remain your ally no matter what happens.This sentence is useful for expressing long-term commitment using Verbündeter.Tatoeba #1457532 by Esperantostern, translation #1456140 by CM
- Ich bin dein Verbündeter, vertrau mir.I am your ally, trust me.This sentence is useful for expressing trust using Verbündeter.Tatoeba #11517987 by carlosalberto, translation #11517973 by carlosalberto
- Kommen Sie als Verbündeter oder als Feind?Do you come as an ally or as an enemy?This sentence is useful for posing a choice between an ally and an enemy using Verbündeter.Tatoeba #11536918 by carlosalberto, translation #11536843 by carlosalberto
- Die beiden Länder sind seit langem Verbündete und haben viele gemeinsame Interessen.The two countries have been allies for a long time and have many common interests.
- Die Alliierten kämpfen gemeinsam gegen den Feind.The allies are fighting together against the enemy.
- Deutschland ist ein wichtiger Bündnispartner in der NATO.Germany is an important alliance partner in NATO.
- Er ist mein Gefährte in allen Lebenslagen.He is my companion in all situations.
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Example conversation
Laura and Julian are discussing a difficult project at work.
- LauraWir brauchen jemanden, der uns im Meeting unterstützt.We need someone to support us in the meeting.
- JulianIch glaube, Marc wäre ein guter Verbündeter für uns.I think Marc would be a good ally for us.
- LauraStimmt, er kennt die anderen Abteilungen sehr gut.That's true, he knows the other departments very well.
- JulianDann frage ich ihn morgen direkt.Then I will ask him directly tomorrow.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry Verbündeter, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
